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David, laying on the bed, sticking his legs straight up in the air:  Quick.  Tell me if one of my ankles looks swollen. Me:  Yes.  That one. David:  Ok. Then he gets up and walks away. ? Me:  Well.  Are … Continue reading →

We just recently went in on 2 acres of river property for camping with a bunch of family members. Apparently we are THAT serious about camping. It was decided that Saturday would be a work day. Here’s what I was … Continue reading →

The other day, while teaching yet another fabulous lesson, one of my students shouted out, “Mrs. M! Your hands are shaking! Just like an old person’s hands!” So that was fun. *** Teens. How am I old enough to have … Continue reading →

Every night, I try to go to bed between 8 and 9pm, if I am home in time.  I like to clean the kitchen and tidy the living room.  Counters are wiped, the table is shiny, life is good. Then.  … Continue reading →

We have two cats here on our property.  One is Mama Kitty and the other is Norma Jean Riley.  For all my life, I wanted to name an animal Norma Jean Riley, and I finally remembered!  I decided to keep … Continue reading →

The boys are growing up.  Currently, Little Dude weighs more than Handsome Dude and might be taller. Their personalities are growing apart as well.  Allow me to elaborate. Handsome Dude plans to start saving money immediately for his own car.  … Continue reading →

Well.  We have lived out here for over 9 years, so I have decided to try and figure out how to enjoy this farm and ranchy life.  I have discovered that I do enjoy my bovine friends, so I am … Continue reading →

David and I have many grand plans for “when the kids move out.” Me:  We need a new fridge. David:  Yup. Me:  But will the kids just destroy the new one? David:  Yup. Me:  Let’s wait until the kids move … Continue reading →